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Up in the tree

By Margaret Atwood

When their ladder vanishes, two tree-dwelling children must outsmart a surprising problem.

playful whimsical rhythmic imaginative

Genres

Adventure Nature Poetry/Verse

What is Up in the tree about?

Two children have made their home high in the branches of a wonderful old tree. They enjoy sunshine, rain, changing seasons and the company of friendly animals. But when the ladder they use to climb down disappears, their carefree life becomes a tricky adventure. With courage, clever thinking and a little help, they find a way to solve the problem. Told in lively, rhythmic verse and illustrated in bold colours, this playful story celebrates imagination, independence and the joys of the natural world.

About the author

Margaret Atwood is a famous Canadian author who loves to write imaginative stories and poems. She is best known for her book 'The Handmaid's Tale' and has written many other stories for both children and adults. Margaret enjoys exploring nature and often includes interesting animals and adventures in her writing.

Pages

30 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2010

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